Originally Posted by
Kiltedjohn
At the same time, when visiting Edinburgh, I found it "cringewothy" to see (and hear) kilted bagpipers on the Royal Mile and on Princes Street. I felt that their presence was purely for the benefit of foreign tourists, who may think (wrongly) that this is normal day-to-day Scottish behaviour.
Don't worry too much; intelligent, educated tourists know that they are either buskers or advertising for... something.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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